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Crystal guide · Stones A–Z
Apatite
the stone of motivationA bright blue stone, the colour of a swimming pool. Traditionally kept for motivation, focus and getting things started.
Shop apatitefrom £2.50 · tumblestones, towers, spheres
Said to help withMotivation, focus and drive
ChakraThroat · Third eye
ZodiacGemini
ColourBright blue to blue-green
Hardness5 out of 10, store it apart from harder stones
What it isA phosphate mineral, the same family that makes up our teeth and bones
Meaning
What apatite is said to do
Where the name comes from
From the Greek apatē, “deceit”, because it was so easily mistaken for other minerals by early collectors.
Its bright blue has made it a stone of motivation, kept close by people who want to get going on something.
Crystal meanings describe tradition and belief, not medical advice.
Traditionally said to help with
MotivationThe best-known apatite tradition: a stone for getting started.
FocusKept on desks and in study spaces, as on our focus page.
CommunicationLinked with the throat chakra, for finding the right words.
Fresh startsMany people keep it close at the start of a new project or plan.
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Everyday apatite
How to use it
1On your deskA tower in view while you work, for motivation by tradition.
2In your pocketA tumblestone to hold when you need a push to start.
3With a to-do listRest it on the list of what you’re going to finish today.
4As a giftA bright present for a student or someone starting a new job.
Care card
Looking after your apatite
Keep it out of strong sunSome apatite can fade in strong sunlight, so keep it off sunny windowsills to be safe.
Cleanse it now and thenLeave it in moonlight overnight, on a selenite plate, or next to a singing bowl.
A quick rinse onlyApatite is fairly soft. Rinse and dry it, don’t soak it, and keep it away from acids and harsh cleaners.
Questions
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Crystal guide · Stones A–Z
Apatite
the stone of motivationA bright blue stone, traditionally kept for motivation and focus.
Shop apatite · from £2.50Said to help withMotivation, focus and drive
ChakraThroat · Third eye
ZodiacGemini
ColourBright blue to blue-green
Hardness5 out of 10, store it apart from harder stones
What it isA phosphate mineral, the same family that makes up our teeth and bones
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All stones A–Z →Goes well with apatite
What apatite is said to do
From the Greek apatē, “deceit”, because early collectors kept mistaking it for other minerals.
MotivationThe best-known apatite tradition: a stone for getting started.
FocusKept on desks and in study spaces, as on our focus page.
CommunicationLinked with the throat chakra, for finding the right words.
Fresh startsMany people keep it close at the start of a new project or plan.
Care cardLooking after your apatite
Keep it out of strong sunSome apatite can fade in strong sunlight, so keep it off sunny windowsills to be safe.
Cleanse it now and thenLeave it in moonlight overnight, on a selenite plate, or next to a singing bowl.
A quick rinse onlyApatite is fairly soft. Rinse and dry it, don’t soak it, and keep it away from acids and harsh cleaners.
How to use it
1On your deskA tower in view while you work, for motivation by tradition.
2In your pocketA tumblestone to hold when you need a push to start.
3With a to-do listRest it on the list of what you’re going to finish today.
4As a giftA bright present for a student or someone starting a new job.
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